Frederick Lindemann

British physicist and advisor in WWII

Frederick Lindemann - British physicist and advisor in WWII
Born

April 5th, 1886
139 years ago

Died

1957
68 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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A prominent British physicist contributed to the development of radar technology and nuclear physics. Served as a scientific advisor during World War II. Played a key role in establishing the use of radar for air defense in Britain, significantly impacting military strategy. Influenced the establishment of the atomic bomb project in the UK. Later held a peerage as the 1st Viscount Cherwell.

Contributed to radar technology

Advised on the UK's atomic bomb project

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